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November 5, 2020
Volume 2・Issue 13
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NO SCHOOL TOMORROW: ENJOY!
(Planned Professional Development Day)
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Why We Need to Understand Critical Theory
By John Morrison
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In his last message to the Russian people before his exile from his homeland, Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn challenged his fellow Russians with the title of his last essay, "Live Not by Lies." Christians, both individually and collectively, are charged with God’s call to be people of “the truth” in a world of darkness and devil-inspired lies. |
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We are incredibly grateful for a very quiet month COVID-wise, but that does not mean we will let down our guard. Our goal is to be in-person without interruption, so if you or anyone you know needs to get tested, a few of our staff are recommending the free, self-administered nasal swab testing at CVS in Staunton ot at Rockingham Co. Fairgrounds (4808 South Valley Pike, Harrisonburg, VA 22801), every Monday from 2-6 PM.
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Part-Time Cleaning Positions Available |
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Tuition Work Credit (TWC) was established to help parents offset the cost of tuition by performing weekly tasks at the school. Most of the jobs consist of cleaning our buildings. If you are interested in taking advantage of this opportunity, please email Randy Knight at [email protected]. There are a limited number of openings, and we will make offers on a first come, first served basis.
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Elementary/Middle School News |
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ES/MS - No School on Friday |
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When Home Because of COVID...
Click here for a message from Mrs. Morel.
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K-8 Parent-Teacher Conferences |
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Friday, November 6:
1:30-5:00 PM
Please click the link below to sign up.
General health questions will be asked,
and temperatures will be taken
when you arrive.
Masks should be worn during
conferences if not physically distanced.
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November 9th-15th: Spirit Week |
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11/9 - Monday
Favorite Sports Team
11/10 - Tuesday
Favorite Movie Character
11/11 - Wednesday
Camo
11/12 - Thursday
Fuzzy Socks/Slippers
11/13 - Friday
Warrior Day - Orange and Navy
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Middle school students: Mark your calendars!
The Fire Pit Social will be on November 13 at 6 PM on the ES/MS campus. Parents, click on the link for more information and to let us
know if your student will participate.
Email Frank Kahrs if you would like to help with the cobbler.
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Parent-Teacher Conferences
No School for Students
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Tomorrow, Friday, Nov. 6, from 1:30-5:00 PM, parents are encouraged to meet with teachers to review the 1st quarter and prepare for the rest of the school year.
We ask that as early as possible this evening (11/5/20), ideally as close to 7:00 PM as possible, parents/guardians click the button below to schedule appointments with their student's/s' teachers.
It will be helpful for parents to arrive at least 5 minutes prior to their first conference so that they can park, enter through the front entrance, and have their temperature taken.
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Welcome to Our Newest Faculty Member |
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Mr. Luke Twombly has now become the High School Worship Ministry teacher and brings much expertise and experience to his new role. He earned his undergraduate degree in Worship & Music Technology from Liberty University.
He is the worship leader at Waynesboro Free Methodist Church, and he and his wife, Mary, have a young son.
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On Thursday (not Wednesday), November 19, we will welcome Jonathan Nazigian to speak in chapel. Mr. Nazigian is the founder and lead communicator of All Things Integrated®. With over 25 years experience as a Christian educator and administrator, Jonathan is passionate about reaching this generation with the Good News of the Gospel, and he is a sought-after speaker to youth and adults at conferences, retreats, chapels, and other events.
Mr. Nazigian has served in Christian schools in VA and NJ, has been an adjunct instructor at Word of Life Bible Institute, and served as the longtime Camp Director for the Word of Life Ranch and Word of Life Wild in the Adirondacks of upstate NY.
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Mrs. Donna Kocka has been a blessing to our art students and was an answer to prayer as we were in need of an art teacher just days before the beginning of the school year. She did this sacrificially, as she already had a very busy schedule and stressed that she would only be able to do this for a short time.
We are looking for qualified individuals interested in teaching Introductory Art (Mondays & Tuesdays) and Advanced Art (Thursdays & Fridays) from 2:35-3:20 during this school year. Interested candidates should email our HS principal with a cover letter and a resume/CV. We would also appreciate help from the GCS community with spreading the word about this opportunity.
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Nov. 6 (Fri.) - Parent-Teacher Conferences (1:30-5:00 PM)
Nov. 16-20 - Spirit Week
Nov. 18 (Wed.) - Photo Make Up Day & Group Photos
Nov. 25-29 - Thanksgiving Break
Dec. 14-16 - Mid-Term Exams (Early Dismissal Days)
Dec. 17-Jan. 4 - Christmas Break (Teachers Report on Jan. 3)
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We have started JV and Varsity Basketball for both Girls and Boys. We have a great turnout for all teams. MS Girls and Boys teams will begin this week. Pray for a great season. |
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Basketball has begun! Wrestling will begin very soon!! |
Varsity Wrestling will begin in a few weeks, with MS shortly after that. Prayers for a successful and healthy season. |
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Pieces of Autumn
from K-2 Artists
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Grace Bochette, Kindergarten |
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Caleb Kester, Kindergarten |
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Connect With Us: Grace Christian School | 19 S. Market Street, Staunton VA 24401 | 540.886.9109
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